Griffith Observatory

Recommends going at night to take in the lit-up city view and finds the city's size striking.

Suggests it as a stop not far from the zoo.

Suggests pairing the observatory with nearby Runyon Canyon on one day to avoid crosstown driving.

Says the Griffith Observatory is their personal favorite.

Suggests saving the observatory for an evening visit to enjoy the night views.

Advises visiting on an open day to catch the planetarium shows, especially the life-in-the-universe one.

Suggests checking out the nearby observatory and driving there to cut travel time.

Recommends it as the best single pick given the visitor's interest in views and architecture.

Says parking at the top fills early on weekday mornings, so hiking up or parking nearby works better.

Suggests finishing on the lawn in front of the observatory, with the tar pits undergoing renovation for a while.

Lists it among LA landmarks worth visiting.

Says they visited the observatory twice and found its city views essential.

Names Griffith Observatory when asked for favorite places in LA.

Says the observatory is better at night and clear skies allow telescope viewing.

Calls it among the most genuine historic LA experiences and says kids enjoy its planetarium.

Warns that climbing to the observatory in summer heat after a flight would be draining.

Lists it as a rainy-day option alongside museums.

Visited at night in rain and found it a great experience; indoor exhibits help when cold.

Recommends Griffith Observatory in a list of must-see LA stops.

Says the crowds gather around the observatory, with the rest of the park much quieter.

Recommends the observatory as a visitor highlight.

Trail walk to the observatory was great with sign views, though it can be very hot.